- The Pacific Northwest is a region of breathtaking beauty, and nestled within its heart is the capital of Washington State.
- () The natural world is larger than life in the state of Washington. The state is stacked with sleeping volcanoes, lush rainforests, and islands full of attractions.
- Washington Fun Facts. The state of Washington was named after the first president of the United States, George Washington.
- Washington ranks No. 8 overall among U.S. states based on 71 metrics across eight categories.
- Situated on the Pacific Northwest of the United States lies the constituent state, Washington, not to be confused with Washington DC.
- "Washington state" redirects here. For the proposed statehood of Washington, D.C., see District of Columbia statehood movement.
- What is Washington state known for? Washington is famous for its Pacific-Northwest natural beauty, national parks, and rich agriculture.
- —The 605-foot-tall Seattle Space Needle looks like it has a flying saucer on top. —Washington is the only state to be named after a president.
- Washington became a state in 1889. It had been yielded to the United States by Spain in 1819, although the territory was also claimed by the British for years after.
- The Territorial stage By act of Congress in 1846, the Oregon Territory was established, encompassing what today is Washington State.